What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fabrication Estimator position at Confidential?
Location: Green Bay, WI
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: Competitive, based on experience
About the Opportunity
Are you experienced in metal fabrication and skilled at turning customer drawings and project specifications into accurate cost estimates? We are seeking a detail-oriented Fabrication Estimator to join a growing manufacturing team in Green Bay.
This position is ideal for someone who understands fabrication processes, can interpret blueprints, and has the ability to estimate labor, materials, equipment, and production costs to help ensure projects are priced accurately and competitively.
Key Responsibilities
- Review customer drawings, blueprints, specifications, and requests for quotes (RFQs).
- Prepare accurate cost estimates for metal fabrication, welding, machining, and related manufacturing projects.
- Calculate material requirements, labor hours, machine time, outside processing, and other project-related costs.
- Evaluate project scope, complexity, and production requirements to determine the most efficient approach.
- Communicate with customers, vendors, and internal team members to clarify specifications and gather pricing information.
- Obtain material and subcontractor pricing as needed.
- Identify potential cost risks, production challenges, and opportunities to improve profitability.
- Prepare and submit professional, timely customer quotations.
- Follow up on quotes and assist with customer questions or revisions.
- Work closely with production and management to ensure estimates reflect actual manufacturing capabilities and costs.
- Maintain organized records of estimates, quotes, and project details.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in fabrication estimating, metal fabrication, welding, machining, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and manufacturing specifications.
- Understanding of fabrication processes, materials, labor requirements, and production costs.
- Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
- Experience with estimating software, ERP systems, or manufacturing quoting tools is a plus.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work with customers and internal teams.
- Ability to manage multiple quotes and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Bonus and profit-sharing opportunities, where applicable.
- A clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
- A team-oriented workplace with opportunities to grow your skills and career.
Work Environment
This is an on-site, full-time position based in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The successful candidate will work closely with office staff, production personnel, and management to support accurate quoting and successful project execution.
Apply Today
If you have a background in fabrication, understand manufacturing costs, and take pride in producing accurate, detailed estimates, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to connecting with qualified candidates!
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $46,728 - $61,221